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Clubswan 28
Designer: Juan Kouyoumdjian  ·  Builder: Nautor Swan (Fin)  ·  First built: 2024
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About the Clubswan 28

Launched in 2024 as the newest addition to Nautor Swan's performance-oriented Clubswan fleet, this 28-footer represents a compelling blend of racing pedigree and accessible sailing. Designed by renowned naval architect Juan Kouyoumdjian, the boat continues Swan's tradition of creating vessels that excel in both competitive and recreational sailing environments. The Clubswan 28's modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration, combined with its fractional sloop rig, delivers exceptional upwind performance and responsive handling. At 2,204 pounds with a sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 49.94, this boat clearly prioritizes performance over comfort, making it ideal for spirited coastal sailing, club racing, and one-design competition. The relatively low comfort ratio of 6.87 confirms its sporting intentions rather than cruising aspirations. Construction employs advanced GRP with infused E-glass epoxy and Corecell foam core, ensuring both strength and weight optimization. The generous sail area of 527 square feet provides ample power in light to moderate conditions, while the boat's dimensions create an easily handled package suitable for short-handed sailing. This newest Clubswan targets sailors seeking genuine racing performance in a manageable, day-sailing format that maintains the quality and prestige associated with the Swan brand.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.10 ft / 10.70 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.89 ft / 8.50 m
Beam 8.20 ft / 2.50 m
Max Draft 5.91 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 2,204.62 lb / 1,000 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 527.43 ft² / 49.00 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP w/infused E-glass epoxy/corecell foam
Designer Juan Kouyoumdjian
Builder Nautor Swan (FIN)
First Built 2024
Related Sailboats X 362 Sport · X 362 Classic · Tide 36 · Maxus 35 · Santana 35
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
49.94
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
45.37
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
6.87
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.52
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 7.08 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 817.16 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
LOD 27.89 ft / 8.50 m
How It Compares

vs. Maxus 35, Santana 35, Tide 36, X 362 Classic, X 362 Sport

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Dimensions
LOA
Clubswan 28 ★
35.1 ft
Maxus 35
35.0 ft
Santana 35
35.0 ft
Tide 36
35.1 ft
X 362 Classic
35.1 ft
X 362 Sport
35.1 ft
LWL
Clubswan 28 ★
27.9 ft
Maxus 35
Santana 35
26.5 ft
Tide 36
31.8 ft
X 362 Classic
30.4 ft
X 362 Sport
30.4 ft
Beam
Clubswan 28 ★
8.2 ft
Maxus 35
11.2 ft
Santana 35
11.9 ft
Tide 36
9.9 ft
X 362 Classic
11.4 ft
X 362 Sport
11.4 ft
Displacement
Clubswan 28 ★
2 lbs
Maxus 35
13 lbs
Santana 35
8 lbs
Tide 36
8 lbs
X 362 Classic
12 lbs
X 362 Sport
10 lbs
Ballast
Clubswan 28 ★
Maxus 35
Santana 35
3 lbs
Tide 36
2 lbs
X 362 Classic
5 lbs
X 362 Sport
4 lbs
Sail Area
Clubswan 28 ★
527 sq ft
Maxus 35
629 sq ft
Santana 35
550 sq ft
Tide 36
656 sq ft
X 362 Classic
665 sq ft
X 362 Sport
694 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Clubswan 28 ★
49.9
Maxus 35
17.7
Santana 35
21.2
Tide 36
25.6
X 362 Classic
20.0
X 362 Sport
22.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Clubswan 28 ★
Maxus 35
Santana 35
Tide 36
31.6 %
X 362 Classic
X 362 Sport
43.9 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Clubswan 28 ★
6.9
Maxus 35
Santana 35
16.7
Tide 36
18.6
X 362 Classic
23.4
X 362 Sport
20.5
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Clubswan 28 ★
2.52
Maxus 35
1.87
Santana 35
2.34
Tide 36
1.95
X 362 Classic
1.98
X 362 Sport
2.07
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Clubswan 28 ★
45
Maxus 35
Santana 35
Tide 36
116
X 362 Classic
X 362 Sport
171
Hull Speed
Clubswan 28 ★
7.1 kts
Maxus 35
Santana 35
6.9 kts
Tide 36
7.6 kts
X 362 Classic
7.4 kts
X 362 Sport
7.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Clubswan 28 ★
Maxus 35
Santana 35
3.1
Tide 36
X 362 Classic
X 362 Sport
3.6
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